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Don at 5:42am 11.21.04
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Has anyone out there replaced the ports on a O'day 272? The ugly fixed plastic needs to be replaced
David Tye at 4:03am 11.21.04
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Hello, I'm considering the purchase of a Sabre 34 Mk II (1988 model)and am looking for pointers and
Ron at 3:56am 11.21.04
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I have had bad luck with weather to remove the main sail for the season. ( in mast ferling, the jib
Ed Schenck at 2:43am 11.21.04
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Should be sailing(see Related Link). But the boat is on the hard. Instead I will intermix football
Don at 11:12pm 11.20.04
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I am looking for a used or salvaged Edson wheel system for a transom hung rudder. Any leads?
Tony Thomas at 10:20pm 11.20.04
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Does anyone know where I can get a custom made companion way hatch? It's for a hunter 27, but it see
Ron Clarke at 8:53pm 11.20.04
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I am interested in building a removable double birth inclding the Starborad birth in the main part o
David Guthridge at 2:36pm 11.20.04
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Just hauled my '78 Pearson 26 and see some small stress cracks in the topsides, cabin top, and decks
machopekin at 2:24pm 11.20.04
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Thanks for the responses to my previous (Hatch) question. So now we are down to the last few detail
Jason at 12:49pm 11.20.04
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Just looking at a new Hunter for doing weekends. The sales guy told me it might be possible to upgra
Joe Mullee at 11:27am 11.20.04
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Recently the port spreader light stopped working on my 1983 H34. I checked over the wires at the pan
Jim at 10:32am 11.20.04
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I have a '98 h450 with the Grunert 110v refer/freezer with holding plates. Per Grunert, It should d
Paul (Affinity C320) at 10:14am 11.20.04
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How do the red and blue water lines connected -- are they threaded? Thanks
Michael at 8:53am 11.20.04
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What would be the normal moisture level of B/W GRP hull of Hunter 36? The boat is out of water for w
Tony Thomas at 8:19am 11.20.04
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Does anyone know where I can get a replacement hatch for the companion way?
bill niessen at 8:08am 11.20.04
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Can anyone explain the intended use of a battery combiner and a little about how it works. I have re
maccauley123 at 7:48am 11.20.04
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I have an Ericson 29 with standard wire standing rigging. I bought it used this Fall and have not s
David Ochoa at 6:12am 11.20.04
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My 1997 H376 only has only idiot lights for water temp, oil pressure ... Was wondering if anyone has
Bob at 4:39am 11.20.04
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Can anyone tell me if the yellow formica I have throughout my cabin, on the sides of the drawers, et
Ol Dave at 4:28am 11.20.04
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The rules now allow you to keeep a boat in Mexican waters for up to 20 years. So what is the best wa

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Covid-19 Vaccination
sailme88 at 1:40pm 02.14.21
As I suspect you know, the past isn't a predictor of the future. My wife recently had the shingles
Anyone use 10 X 32 binoculars for sailing?
dlochner at 1:38pm 02.14.21
I've found using binoculars on a small boat is a fruitless endeavor. There is too much movement to g
FCC Moves Ahead With 5G Regardless
jssailem at 1:36pm 02.14.21
Oh Boy... Going back 40 years. Those boaters who rely on their GPS to guide their boat into harbor a
Space Weather
All U Get at 1:34pm 02.14.21
I think my wife used my foil hat for baking a ham last Christmas, gotta make a new one.
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JamesG161 at 1:29pm 02.14.21
It will explain the reason you experienced problems after they happen. For a Solar Storm, we have
PCR TEST
Don S/V ILLusion at 1:26pm 02.14.21
Having done the PCR test a few times, it takes 2 - 3 days max to get the results. Even if you left i
Jacklines and Fixed Attachment Points for Tethering on 315
asalotto at 1:24pm 02.14.21
@jssailem thanks so much! Great ideas! And I'll definitely checkout the reference you provide above.
Space Weather
jssailem at 1:18pm 02.14.21
Brian, The https://www.stce.be/sites/default/files/SolarTerrestrialCentreOfAExcellenceBanner.png we
EPA hurdles for a UK built and registered Boat & Older Perkins
jssailem at 1:14pm 02.14.21
I have not imported a boat. It looks like the EPA is placing the responsibility on the engine manufa
Space Weather
JamesG161 at 1:11pm 02.14.21
communications and GPS outages. Good points for forecasting GPS problems too. I would suggest put
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dlochner at 1:09pm 02.14.21
Bottom clean, keel resealed & refaired - check New Tour Xi genoa and Tour Xi Ultra main + new asso
Bow damage repair
Chris Carpenter at 1:00pm 02.14.21
Oriental is in NC One of my favorite trailer sailor destinations... if you ever get a chance to go
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Brian D at 12:58pm 02.14.21
Thought you did, but was more into info about communications and GPS outages.
Adding shore power outlet
mermike at 12:17pm 02.14.21
You're correct, you don't need two. However, the installation will be easier if the GI is located n
Tuning stays
Sailfanatic at 12:14pm 02.14.21
Most boats will have a rake specification for the mast as a starting point, such as 6 inches, you s
BLACK WATER TANK TO DIESEL
smokey73 at 11:49am 02.14.21
yeah I saw that rate later... :yikes: Told the Admiral it would empty my 6 gallon Jerry can in 1 se
Tuning stays
shemandr at 11:27am 02.14.21
The length of the forestay has a bit to do with weather helm. So you find out what that should be.
Max Horsepower Rating 20 ft sailboat
Rick Webb at 11:24am 02.14.21
Two Considerations: First, 3hp would probably be adequate and most motors of about that size do no
Possible new 26.5 owner
Orbweaver at 11:21am 02.14.21
Since it's another snowy day, we can only dream of sailing. But, I do have some pictures uploaded no
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shemandr at 11:16am 02.14.21
Making good use of your time this Winter!

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